gloss

Definitions of gloss in various dictionaries:

noun - an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text

noun - an alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge

noun - the property of being smooth and shiny

noun - an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading

verb - give a shine or gloss to, usually by rubbing

verb - provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases

verb - provide an interlinear translation of a word or phrase

verb - give a deceptive explanation or excuse for

A surface shininess or luster.

A superficially or deceptively attractive appearance.

To give a bright sheen or luster to.

A brief explanatory note or translation of a difficult or technical expression usually inserted in the margin or between lines of a text or manuscript.

A collection of such notes; a glossary.

An extensive commentary, often accompanying a text or publication.

A purposefully misleading interpretation or explanation.

To provide (an expression or a text) with a gloss or glosses.

To give a false interpretation to.

adj - reflecting light evenly and efficiently